Nurse Extern - Nursing Internship
San Antonio, TX
- Eligibility
- RN
- Unit
- Nurse Extern
Posted Sep 11
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Accepts
- RN
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Pay
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- Similar TX PRN roles post $37/hr to $53/hr
TX PRN postings that state pay run $29/hr to $62/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $53/hr, across 199 postings.
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About this role
Under the supervision and/or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern II performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern II can assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern II may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Life-threatening situations are readily identified and reported to the R. N. Initiates and assists with basic life support when needed. Observes/reports unusual symptoms to the nurse, i.e., abnormal V/S; IV site redness. edema; suspicious areas of skin breakdown accurately and promptly. Reports patient/family-related problems, i.e., patient’s dissatisfaction/refusal of nursing care routines; departure from activity advancements or restrictions.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of the aseptic/sterile technique. Follows universal precautions. Records information accurately and promptly.
Read the full posting
Reports change in patient’s condition and/or vital signs. Assists with laboratory specimens, i.e., collection or delivery. Complies with timekeeping system.
Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences. Uses supplies and equipment appropriately documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately. Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings.
When unable to attend (20% max) follow up to obtain information discussed. follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene. Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies. Attends infection control and safety programs.
Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules. Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI). Associate timely completes all required educational requirements.
Sourced from CHRISTUS Health’s careers page.
Requirements
- AHA BLS required within 2 weeks of employment
Benefits
- none
Place
- City
- San Antonio, TX
- Median rent
- $1,324/mo
- Local household income
- $65,056/yr
- Metro price level
- 5% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
San Antonio area index 94.7, where 100 is the national average.
San Antonio runs about 5% below the national cost-of-living average—median homes near $260,000, one-bedroom rents around $1,072. South Side and East Side still yield three-bedroom houses under $250,000. Alamo Ranch delivers new-construction value; Pearl and Alamo Heights command premiums for brewery-district energy and historic prestige.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
How this role fits you
About the employer
CHRISTUS Health is a faith-based, not-for-profit Catholic health system with operations in San Antonio, TX, and globally. Led by President and CEO Ernie Sadau, the system has earned the prestigious 'Great Place to Work' national certification in consecutive years, with…
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